Our Rating
The overall rating is based on review by our experts
PERFORMANCE
5 / 10
BATTERY
7 / 10
BODY
3 / 10
DISPLAYS
5 / 10
COMFORT
6 / 10
SAFETY
7 / 10
PROS
- Rhino Battery LFP safety architecture as a standalone selling point
- 600 km CLTC range from a 65.05 kWh pack, competitive for the segment
- Aggressive entry pricing starting under $17,000 USD equivalent domestically
CONS
- FWD-only layout with no AWD option currently offered
- Export pricing under the Lepas L6 EV badge runs notably higher than China domestic pricing, limiting value outside China
The Chery Fulwin T7 is a compact electric SUV built by Fulwin, an EV-focused sub-brand Chery established in 2023 as an independent arm of the Chery Group. Positioned as an entry-to-mid-tier offering within the Fulwin lineup, the T7 sits in the compact electric SUV segment with a front-wheel-drive-only configuration. Its main technical distinction is the “Rhino Battery,” an in-house LFP pack built to meet current power battery safety standards, which fills a gap in the Fulwin brand’s compact EV segment. The model has already reached international markets ahead of its Chinese debut, a common pattern for Chery-affiliated brands.
Powertrain & Charging
The Fulwin T7 comes standard with a Gotion-made 65.05 kWh LFP battery rated at 600 km of CLTC range, powering a single 178 kW (239 hp) front-axle motor. A heat pump and electric PTC heater are included as standard thermal management equipment. On charging, the vehicle is reported to charge from roughly 30% to 80% in about 20 minutes on a DC fast charger — a competitive benchmark for the segment. AC onboard charging rate has not been officially confirmed at the time of writing; this figure should be treated as pending until Chery publishes full trim-level specifications. Since the CLTC range figure is based on a Chinese testing cycle, actual real-world range under WLTP or EPA conditions would likely be lower.
Pricing, Fit & Context
In its home market, the Fulwin T7 opened for presales across three trim levels priced between 109,900 and 129,900 yuan (approximately $16,300–$19,260 USD). Internationally, the same vehicle has been sold under the Lepas L6 EV nameplate, launching in Thailand at 769,900–829,900 baht (roughly $23,265–$25,075 USD) — illustrating the typical markup between China domestic pricing and export markets. This SUV realistically suits budget-conscious urban commuters and small families needing a single-charge daily driver rather than long-distance road-trippers.
Within the Fulwin ecosystem, the T7 sits below the larger Fulwin T9 (a PHEV SUV) and well below the flagship Fulwin T11 (a full-size EREV SUV with up to 1,400 km combined range). Externally, it competes against compact electric SUVs like the BYD Atto 3 and GAC Aion V, both of which target similar price-conscious buyers in the sub-$20,000 EV bracket. For direct comparison, Chery itself has referenced the BYD Atto 3 Evo, noting the T7 is 115 mm longer, 23 mm wider, and 79 mm taller — making it a natural SEO comparison pairing.
Chery Fulwin T7 Photos